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Emergency Response Program, Family Disaster Planning |
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Highland County Health Department Hillsboro, Ohio |
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Managed and Created by: Jim Lyle
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Site Contents
- BCMH
- Birth Certificate Application - Death Certificate Application
-Board of Health -Health Commissioner -Director of Nursing -Environmental Health Director -Fiscal Officer
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1487 N. High St. Suite 400 Hillsboro, OH 45133 Phone: 937-393-1941 Fax: 937-393-4694 Email: highcohd@odh.ohio.gov |
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Go Bag
Your personal go bag should include at least the following items: |
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Water for 3 days (1 gallon per person per day)
Non-perishable food for 3 days
Prescription Medicine and other unique family medical items
Battery powered radio
Extra batteries
Flashlight
First aid kit
Dust mask
Moist towelettes
Pliers or wrench
Can opener
Plastic sheeting
Antiseptic ointment
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Vitamins
Sunscreen
Insect repellant
Extra glasses or contacts
Toiletry items
One complete set of warm clothing, including shoes
Bedding
Any other personal items deemed necessary
Garbage bags and ties
Duct tape
Basic Filter Mask (available at hardware stores)
Contact information for emergency agencies or individuals you may want to contact |
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Preparing Makes Sense. Get Ready Now.
There are several things that you can do to prepare your family for an emergency. Some basic information is contained below. For more detailed information, visit the Preparedness Links page and look at the Red Cross and Ready.gov pages.
Make a plan: Know how you and your family will communicate in an emergency Know how you and your family will shelter in place if needed Know how you and your family will evacuate if needed Know who and where to call for information in emergencies
Get some gear: Have enough supplies to care for your family for at least 3 days Use the Go Bag list below to help you get started
Get involved: Consider joining a local volunteer group, like Citizen’s Corps, the Medical Reserve Corps, or the Red Cross.
Check out the Preparedness Resources Page for more information. |